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Considering what I have observed in recent times, I would advise every man and woman in marriage not to allow their relationship to become such that it’s a relief, rather than a loss, when they are no longer in the picture for any reason. I no longer advocate for people to go out of their […]
Continue ReadingNigeria, through the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has officially granted operational approvals to several crypto operators, indicating an acceptance of the digital currency. On Thursday, the SEC announced that it had granted approval-in-principle to two Digital Asset Exchanges to begin operations under its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Program (ARIP). Five firms were also admitted to […]
Continue ReadingAmidst recent immigration reforms that have sparked protests, especially amongst international students, holders of Canadian visitor visas will not be able to apply for a work permit within the country. In a statement on Wednesday, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said it will discontinue the policy that allows visitors to get a work […]
Continue ReadingTo say that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is enmeshed in a crisis of credibility is to put the situation mildly. For a man who got to office with a statistically narrow mandate of 37 percent of total votes cast, many expected Tinubu to rise above himself in order to establish an enduring legacy. That expectation now appears misplaced. Even more worrisome is that despite being […]
Continue ReadingNigerian singer, songwriter, actor and social media influencer, Idowu Adeyemi, popularly known as Yhemolee, has announced his coming wedding with the love of his life. According to plans, the wedding ceremony will be happening this Saturday, August 31. He revealed on his social media platforms that his upcoming wedding will be broadcast live on “The […]
Continue ReadingInternational students, in their tens of thousands, took to the streets across Canada this week in a wave of protests against new immigration policies introduced by the federal government. According to a report by City News Toronto on Monday, the demonstrations, which drew approximately 70,000 students occurred in major provinces including Prince Edward Island, Ontario, […]
Continue ReadingNigerians’ profound interest in US elections is no mere coincidence. The roots of this fascination lie deep in the historical and structural connections between the two countries’ political systems. Nigeria’s democracy, modelled closely after the US presidential-style system, naturally invites comparisons and draws parallels with American political practices. This connection is further deepened by the increasingly globalised […]
Continue ReadingNigerian star actress and new mum, Debbie Shokoya, has penned an appreciation note following the birth of her first child. Sharing a photo of her and her husband, she stated that they are overwhelmed with joy and gratitude for the warm wishes from her loved ones. Debbie welcomed her first child, a baby girl, one […]
Continue ReadingKidney disease is rapidly becoming a major health concern in Africa, with Nigeria bearing a significant impact. As kidney disease cases continue to rise, raising awareness, improving healthcare infrastructure, and promoting preventive measures to mitigate its impact are important. While substance abuse is often cited as the primary cause of kidney issues, medical experts have […]
Continue ReadingFormer Nigerian boxer and first-ever Olympic medalist, Nojim Maiyegun is dead. He died at the age of 83. A confidante, Rudolfine F Soultan, confirmed the death of the boxer in a Facebook post on Monday. The post read, “My Jimmy died. I can’t say more about this right now because it’s just horrible. The day […]
Continue ReadingOn Tuesday, August 9, 2022, Kenya held its general election during which the President, governors, senators and members of the National Assembly were elected. The results of the elections were announced on August 15, 2022. William Kipchirchir Samoei Arap Ruto (57) had 7,176,141 votes, that is 50.5% of the total votes while Mr. Raila Odinga […]
Continue ReadingOne of the Psquare star singers, Paul Okoye equally known as Rude Boy’s new wife, Ivy Ifeoma, has shared photos of her baby bump on the social media. This will be Ifeoma and Paul’s first child together. More photos:
Continue ReadingI was away on vacation for just two weeks only to return to meet fuel queues still on the streets of Nigeria with the fuel stations rationing fuel in Lagos and other parts of the country. It is a big shame, and an embarrassment that the world’s sixth largest producer of crude oil cannot refine […]
Continue ReadingAbout 48 hours after the resignation of the Director General (DG) of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as the new Director General of the Department of State Service (DSS), to replace Yusuf Magaji Bichi. The former DG, Magaji Bichi, was appointed by former […]
Continue ReadingNigerian currency, the Naira has plummeted to a record low, depreciating by N72.58 in value against the US dollar in July 2024. According to the FMDQ financial market report, the average exchange rate stood at 1,560.32 Naira per dollar, a 4.88% increase from the previous month. The foreign exchange market turnover also surged to $7.39 […]
Continue ReadingNothing we do or say now will change Nigeria unless it turns back from its present plunge. Nothing. “No spring changes the desert. The desert remains; the spring runs dry. Not one spring, not thirty, not a thousand springs will change the desert…” That quote is from ‘Two Thousand Seasons’, a tumultuous novel by Ayi […]
Continue ReadingThe Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has condemned the Federal Government’s decision to ban under-18 candidates from sitting for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examination Council (NECO), even as the Academic Staff Union of Universities backed the policy. The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, announced on Channels Television’s […]
Continue ReadingNigerian-born but New Zealand-based ex-UFC welterweight champion, Israel Adesanya, popularly known as the Last Stylebender, has claimed that most ladies living in Lagos are hookers, widely known as “runs girls”. Speaking in a video shared via his official social media handle on Monday, Adesanya said Lagos ladies like showing off, but proceeds of prostitutes are […]
Continue ReadingA new video of Nigerian Afropop singer, songwriter, and actress, Tiwatope Omolara Savage, popularly called Tiwa Savage, playing a game at home has gone viral on social media. The clip seen online shows Tiwa in a playful mood, participating in a blindfolded game where she tries to identify various objects simply by touch. However, it’s […]
Continue ReadingBig Brother Naija (BBNaija) season 9 contestants and pair, Chinwe Elibe, and Zion Ogiefa, popularly known as Zinwe, were eliminated from the reality show on Sunday. This followed a nomination process where housemates chose their peers for potential eviction. Zinwe was one of five pairs up for eviction, along with Chekas, Double Kay, Beta, and […]
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